Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

Hugs Around America Foundation

P.O. Box 193

Glenside, Pennsylvania 19038

Hugs Around America Foundation, referred to as “we,” “our,” or “us,” respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the information you provide when using our website and services.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Sender name

• Recipient name

• Recipient phone number

• Sender email address

• Any optional message content submitted through the website

Email addresses may be used to provide updates related to Hugs Around America Foundation where permitted by law. You may opt out of such communications at any time.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device information

• Pages visited

• Date and time of access

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies, including analytics tools such as Google Analytics, to improve website performance, understand user behavior, and enhance user experience. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some features of the website may not function properly.

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

• Deliver a one-time digital hug via SMS as requested by the sender

• Operate and maintain our website

• Respond to inquiries and provide support

• Improve our services and user experience

• Send email updates related to Hugs Around America Foundation where permitted by law

We do not sell personal information.

3. SMS Communications

Our service allows a sender to request delivery of a one-time, non marketing SMS message to a recipient for the purpose of delivering a digital hug.

By submitting a recipient’s phone number, the sender acknowledges that they are requesting us to transmit a one-time message on their behalf.

SMS messages sent through our platform:

• Are one time only

• Are non marketing in nature

• Identify Hugs Around America Foundation as the sender

• May be subject to standard message and data rates

Recipients may opt out of future messages by replying STOP. Although our service is designed to send only one message, STOP functionality is enabled in accordance with carrier requirements.

Recipients or senders may also request assistance or opt out support by contacting Hugsaroundamerica@gmail.com.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share information with service providers and third parties that assist us in operating our website, delivering SMS messages, processing data, providing analytics, or supporting our services.

We may also disclose information:

• To comply with applicable laws or legal processes

• To enforce our policies

• To protect the rights, safety, and security of our organization, users, or others

We reserve the right to engage additional service providers as our operations expand.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You may:

• Opt out of email communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in emails or by contacting us

• Request information about the personal data we hold about you

• Request correction or deletion of your personal information where applicable

To exercise these rights, contact Hugsaroundamerica@gmail.com.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

9. Geographic Scope

Our services are intended for users located in the United States. By using our website, you acknowledge that your information will be processed in the United States.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact:

Hugs Around America Foundation

P.O. Box 193

Glenside, Pennsylvania 19038

Email: Hugsaroundamerica@gmail.com

12. Agreement

By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.